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12-14 years: Development

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General
Development

At ages 12 to 14, children enter adolescence, a period of significant transition marked by significant physical, emotional, cognitive, and social changes.

Emotional and social development
Cognitive and educational development
physical development
Moral and ethical development
preparation for adulthood

Emotion and socialization

Emotional and social development

Emergence of Personal Identity: Begin to form their own identity, including personal interests and values.

Emergence of Personal Identity: Begin to form their own identity, including personal interests and values.

Peer Relations: Prioritize friendships and peer groups, and may experience social pressures.

Beginning of Empathy: Develop greater understanding and empathy for the feelings of others.

Search for Independence: Seek to be more independent from their family.

Self-Awareness and Confidence: Possible struggle with self-esteem and body image due to physical changes.

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Cognitive and educational development

Analysis and Reasoning

Abstract Thinking: Ability to think abstractly and hypothetically.

Troubleshooting: Improved problem-solving and decision-making skills.

Academic Learning: Increased interest and ability for more complex academic concepts.

Linguistic Skills: Continuous development of language skills, both oral and written.

Intellectual Curiosity: Increased interest in exploring diverse ideas and topics.

Autonomy in Learning: Begin to take more responsibility for their own learning.

Growth and Well-being

Physical development


Puberty: Significant physical changes due to puberty.

Rapid Growth: Periods of rapid growth in muscle size and strength.

Motor Development: Coordination and motor skills continue to improve.

Nutritional Needs: Changes in nutritional needs and eating habits.

Health and Hygiene: Increased importance of personal health and hygiene.

Physical Activity: Need for regular physical activity for optimal health.

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Principles and consciousness

Moral and ethical development


Sense of Justice: More nuanced understanding of good and evil, fair and unfair.

Ethical Reflection: Ability to reflect on ethical and moral issues.

Empathy and Compassion: Development of greater empathy and compassion towards others.

Peer Influence: Peer opinions can begin to influence moral choices.

Social Consciousness: Raising awareness of social and cultural issues.

autonomy and competence

Preparing for Adulthood

Time Management Skills: Learning time management and organization.

Increased Responsibilities: Taking on additional responsibilities at home or school.

Planning and Objectives: Begin to think about the future and set personal goals.

Basic Financial Education: Introduction to the basic concepts of money management.

Practical Life Skills: Acquiring practical skills such as cooking, cleaning and personal management.

Career Exploration: Begin to explore potential career interests and future educational paths.

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